William Elliott "Bill" Tripp Sr.
William Elliott "Bill" Tripp Sr.
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Bill was born in Brunswick County, NC on March 22, 1935, the son of the late Clarence Elliott Tripp and Pauline Russ Tripp. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Sylvia Lewis Tripp; son, William Elliott Tripp, Jr., "Little Bill"; grandson, William Dale Holden, and brother-in-law John Chilton.
Bill graduated from Appalachian State University and was owner/operator of Top Value Auto Parts. He was a member of Shallotte Masonic Lodge AF & AM, Sudan Temple Shrine, Brunswick County Shrine Club and the South Brunswick Islands Shrine Club. He was an avid car collector, vendor at flea markets, and raced in the Bell & Bell Vintage Race Series.
Surviving are daughters, Natalie Tripp Hewett (Randy), Tina Tripp (Zoey) and Lana Rising (Allen); sister, Brenda Chilton (Tommy Lynn); grandchildren, Tripp Holden (Gaby), Mallory Caulder (Tim), Tiffany Watts (Chris), Al Rising (Morgan), and Lauren Bonessi (Chris); great grandchildren, Tyler Holden, Kayleigh Holden, Augustin Diaz, Drake Long, Lucas Long, Wade Rising, and Oliver Bonessi; and a nephew Johnny Chilton (Eryn); Lewis nieces and nephews; Bobby Williamson and Ike Williamson; and his beloved friends and extended family. His girls appreciate each and everyone that called Bill Tripp a friend.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Village Point Methodist Church, 1392 Village Point Rd SW, Shallotte, NC 28470.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 PM-8:00 PM Thursday, August 21, 2025, and Friday, August 22, 2025, at the residence, 4374 Point Vista Place SW, Shallotte, NC 28470.
Memorials may be directed to Lower Cape Fear Hospice "Brunswick House", 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401 and/or to the Masonic Home for Children at Oxford, 600 College Street, Oxford, NC 27565 or online at https://mhc-oxford.org
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Marion and Ida Ruth Galloway
August 23, 2025
We grew up together , we went to school together, we went to church together and we played together. Bill loved to get me in his car and drive fast around the big curve going to the point because he knew I was scared. Bill was always art our house looking for Ida Ruth. He took her to the Senior prom and bought her an orchard. Mrs. Pauline said that was the only orchard she ever bought. We were all like family in Shallotte in those days as there was nothing to do but dance. At our last class reunion in Shallotte, I had just come to visit from Texas and I called Bill to invite him to come. He said no he couldnt come, but I insisted saying"Bill this might be the last time we see each other" . He agreed and came. He looked good and we had a good time sharing past experiences. When we finished Bill got up to leave and I got up to hug him. He hugged me so tight I knew he was saying "Good Bye". Ida Ruth and Marion Galloway, will miss Bill and we are very sad. All our love to Brenda and the family . God put His arms around all of you and know He is with you in your sorrow. Hugs, Marion Galloway Snipes.
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Barbara Stanley
August 23, 2025
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Thinking of you, Brenda and family. He was a unique and memorable character with deep roots in Brunswick County. As Bobby Williamson put it, during our Celebrate Shallotte! recognition of long-time merchants-"boys, when they made him, they broke the mould!"
Brenda H. Russ
August 21, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Sending prayers of comfort and strength to his family and friends.
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